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Last Updated: December 25, 2024
WatchAlong LLC ("we", "our", or "us") operates the WatchAlong mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address - Used for authentication and account recovery
- Display name - Shown to other users in your WatchAlong groups
- Profile avatar - Your chosen emoji and color combination
1.2 App Usage Data
When you use WatchAlong, we collect:
- Episode ratings - Your 1-10 ratings for various categories
- Nominations and votes - Your nominations for episode awards and voting choices
- Group membership - Which WatchAlong groups you belong to
- Chat messages - Messages sent within group chats
- Comments - Episode-specific comments you post
1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect
- Location data
- Contact lists
- Photos or media from your device
- Financial or payment information
- Health data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely to:
- Provide and operate the WatchAlong service
- Allow you to participate in groups and rate episodes
- Display ratings, results, and statistics to group members
- Send in-app notifications about voting and results
- Improve the App's functionality and user experience
We do NOT:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Use your data for advertising purposes
- Share your data with data brokers
- Use your data for profiling or automated decision-making
3. Data Sharing
3.1 With Other Users
Within your WatchAlong groups, other members can see:
- Your display name and avatar
- Your episode ratings
- Your nominations and votes
- Your chat messages and comments
3.2 Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
4. Data Storage and Security
- Your data is stored securely on Google Firebase servers
- All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
- We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information
- Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel only
5. Data Retention
- Account data is retained as long as your account is active
- Ratings, votes, and comments are retained as part of group history
- You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access - Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction - Update or correct your information via the app's profile settings
- Deletion - Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability - Request your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
7. Children's Privacy
WatchAlong is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
